Things To Do

Downtown

We love where we live and hope you’ll love it too! St. Pete is packed full of amazing restaurants and sights, we encourage you to explore. Eat lunch at Red Mesa Cantina or enjoy one of the famous cheese plates at Annata. Grab a pint at one of our award-winning breweries, like Cycle and Green Bench. Take a stroll in one of our waterside parks, such as North Straub or Vinoy. Walk Central Ave for local shopping, coffee houses, and art galleries. Check out the brand new Pier, the icon of the Sunshine City and a part of our ceremony background.

Historic Ybor City

A twenty minute trip across the bridge, Ybor City is where Michael and I met. One of the most historic streets in the country, 7th Ave is full of restaurants, bars and cigar shops. At one point, Ybor was the largest producer of cigars in the world. Manufacturers populated the town with a flood of immigrants in the late 1880s, and that melting pot of cultures eventually led to the creation of our most famous sandwich, The Cuban. La Segunda Central Bakery has been making these sandwiches for over 100 years, it can’t get anymore authentic than that, however The Columbia, Florida’s oldest continuously operating restaurant, isn’t a bad place to snag one either. Also don’t pester the Ybor chickens, they are protected under local ordinances and are part of what makes Ybor, Ybor!

The Dalí Museum

Home to over 2,400 of Salvador Dalí works that span his entire career, this collection was procured by the Dalís’ friends A. Reynolds and Eleanor Morse. It first opened in 1982, with its current funky glass edifice debuting in 2011. A St. Pete must-see for all art lovers!

Treasure Island

One of the reasons we love living in the St. Pete, Treasure Island is a special place. Enjoy the best sunset the The Other West Coast has to offer, as well as great beach restaurants like Caddy’s on the Beach and Ka’Tiki.

Mazzaro's Italian Market

Mazzarro’s Italian Market is quite a unique experience and if you have the time to pop in while you’re in St. Pete, you will not regret it. Packed full of homemade, in-house cheeses, meats, pastas, pizzas and all things in between, it’s the perfect place to grab a sandwich, buy something to cook for dinner or some local items to take home! Don’t miss their wine room where Rob, George, or Ben will help you with whatever you are looking for.

John’s Pass

Created by a hurricane 1848 and used by pirates to sail into Boca Ceiga Bay, John’s Pass is a restored fishing village full of old fashioned Florida tourism. Tons of restaurants, cute little shops, and the perfect place to rent a jet ski or parasail. You can also rent a 90-minute session on a floating tiki bar, putter around the bay with a piña colada, and watch the dolphins. The Hut and Sculley’s serve some great coastal favorites and usually have live music, and waterside dining options but if you’re looking for something special Boardwalk Grill makes the best lobster rolls and fat onion rings!

Sunken Gardens

This is St. Pete’s oldest living museum, for over 100 years it has been the home to over 50,000 tropical and Florida-indigenous plants. If this peaks your interest, please check Groupon as they are usually running specials!

St Petersburg Shuffleboard Club

The St. Pete Shuffleboard Club is the largest and oldest shuffle club in the country. At 94 years old, it continues to be an active spot amongst all generations of St. Petians. On Friday nights, the club is free to non-members starting at 7 PM. It’s BYOB!

Chihuly Collection

Home to Dale Chihuly’s permanent collection, he is most known as the pioneer of the modern glass movement. His works have been temporarily displayed publicly all over the world, most famously “Chihuly Over Venice” which spanned the canals and piazze, and “Chihuly in the Light of Jerusalem” which was attended by over a million people. This building is the only one of its kind specifically built to display his work in the best manner. A unique artwork experience!

Great Explorations Children's Museum

Weedon Island Preserve

If you’re up for a paddle and looking for an easy place, Weedon Island Preserve should be your choice! You can rent equipment from Urban Kai, paddle through over 3,000 acres of mangroves and see all the wildlife that call Pinellas County home. The Getaway, one of our favorite restaurants on the water, sits on the north shore of the park, serving up plenty of coastal offerings and cocktails to fill your belly after a morning or afternoon on the water.